Read this story from the Terrace Standard on the community’s recent city council vote to officially come out against the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway pipelines. (Feb 14, 2012)

The city of Terrace now opposes the Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline Project after a 5 – 2 vote during tonight’s Feb. 13 council meeting.

First, council voted to clear its former neutral position, paving the way to decide its stance anew. Then, each council member took a turn expressing their views, concerns, and the implications of a municipal body taking a stance. After,  a majority voted to oppose the project 5 – 2.

Councillors James Cordeiro, who initiated the vote, Stacey Tyers, Marilyn Davies, Bruce Bidgood and Lynne Christiansen voted to oppose the project.

“I believe Terrace is open for business,” said Bidgood during the meeting. “It’s just not for sale at any price.”

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